4 courses with the subject SPCH, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
SPCH 1120Public Speaking3
Credit(s) 3 credits lecture/0 credits lab This is an introductory speech course that focuses on the process of formal public speaking, with emphasis on comfortable and effective delivery of speeches. This course is designed to provide students with basic theories and skills that are essential to effective public speaking. Students will deliver both informative and persuasive speeches in a variety of public speaking situations. Each student will also learn to analyze, critique, and evaluate the speeches of others. Videotaping and self-assessment are integral components of this class. Additional course work will include studying the group process, impromptu speaking, and dramatic reading. This course depends on student performance and active participation.
Credit(s) 3 credits lecture/0 credits lab This course is an introduction to theoretical and applied concepts in small group communication and explores the basic principles of communication used for effective team building, leadership and conflict management. Elements of small group behavior studied through participation, observation, analysis and evaluation of group processes include: leadership, roles, norms, message systems, interpersonal needs, and decision-making. Communication theories and principles will be put into practice using various scenarios and strategies that can be applied to everyday situations in the work place.
Credit(s) 3 credits lecture/0 credits lab This course is designed to facilitate an understanding of the communication context, concepts, and skills involved in day-to-day interaction. Emphasis is on such topics as awareness, self-concept, perception, attitude, cultural differences and similarities, and relational and self-development. This course focuses on developing communication understand, including language, speaking, non-verbal communication, conflict resolution, male-female communication, and listening techniques.
Credit(s) 3 credits lecture/0 credits lab Speaking the same language does not guarantee effective communication when people come from different cultures. Increasing diversity in the workplace combined with the globalization of business require professionals to become better communicators across cultures. This course provides training in understanding the importance of intercultural communication and theories. Topics covered include: definitions of communication; definitions of culture and diversity of cultural patterns; cultural variables influencing communication, such as language, non-verbal behavior, perception, values, and beliefs; factors that facilitate or inhibit intercultural communication; and examination of American culture in comparison to other cultures.
